Min Tatra
Senior Manager. Projects
Surrey,Canada
Summary
Professional Project Management Specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Managed budgets and monitored project costs. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Senior Manager, Projects
Bouygues Energies & Services
10.2022 - Current
- Capital Projects, Lifecycle Management (Major Assets)
- Lifecycle Replacement Strategies and developing long term 10 years replacement plans
- Innovated process improvements, leading to reduced turnaround times for project deliverables.
- Managed change effectively during major transitions, minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations while delivering desired outcomes.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms that contributed to overall cost savings.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on career development opportunities within project team and organization.
- Achieved project efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
- Expanded business opportunities through strategic partnerships and key client relationship building.
- Leveraged data analysis to identify trends and inform decision-making processes for future projects.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by incorporating risk management strategies into project plans.
- Optimized financial performance with diligent cost management, resulting in increased profitability.
- Elevated team morale by recognizing individual contributions and promoting positive work environment based on mutual respect and corporate core culture.
- Developed comprehensive reports for senior leadership outlining project progress, key metrics, challenges faced, and proposed solutions.
- Implemented agile methodologies, adapting quickly to shifting priorities while maintaining project milestones.
- Delivered projects on time and within budget through effective resource allocation and prioritization.
- Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs.
- Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities.
- Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
- Developed comprehensive reports for senior leadership outlining project progress, key metrics, challenges faced, and proposed solutions
- Managed change effectively during major transitions, minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations while delivering desired outcomes
- Expanded business opportunities through strategic partnerships and key client relationship building
- Delivered projects on time and within budget through effective resource allocation and prioritization
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by incorporating risk management strategies into project plans
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms that contributed to overall cost savings
- Established good culture of continuous improvement by fostering open feedback channels and embracing change
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase
Facilities Manager
Cologix
01.2020 - 09.2022
- Maintained regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date on relevant laws, codes, standards, such as OSHA requirements.
- Achieved cost savings through negotiating service contracts, leveraging long-term relationships with trusted suppliers.
- Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to junior staff members, fostering positive work environment that promoted professional growth.
- Enhanced building security with installation of access control systems, surveillance cameras, and improved lighting.
- Established emergency response procedures, effectively managing crisis situations with minimal disruption to operations.
- Coordinated events setup and teardown effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to regular facility operations.
- Oversaw facility renovations, ensuring ADA compliance and adherence to local building codes.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop capital improvement plans that aligned with organizational goals and budgets.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance plans and streamlining work order processes.
- Utilized benchmarking data to identify best practices in industry, leading continuous improvement initiatives within facilities management team.
- Reduced energy consumption through regular audits and implementation of energy-saving initiatives.
- Coordinated space planning efforts to optimize facility usage and accommodate changing business needs.
- Managed vendor relationships for cost-effective services, ensuring quality and timely completion of projects.
- Analyzed building control and HVAC system performance and recommended improvements.
- Created management reports outlining important facility statistics.
- Oversaw finances and made recommendations to reach or exceed budget in unforeseen circumstances.
- Performed start-up functions on systems based on project plans, specifications and contract documents.
- Directed tenant improvements to meet contractual demands and update building areas.
- Maintained HVAC, temperature control, electrical and building automation systems.
- Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
- Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
- Led facility management staff and consultants in producing business plan that focused on facility operations.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained qualified maintenance employees.
- Supervised staff of ten in day-to-day activities
- Supervised staff of 10 staff members in day-to-day activities
Program Manager (PMO) Contract Term
Terespan Networks
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Leveraged technology tools for enhanced project tracking, reporting, and information sharing among team members.
- Implemented agile methodologies into program management processes, increasing adaptability in dynamic environments.
- Championed best practices in project management, fostering strong work culture of continuous improvement.
- Increased customer satisfaction through effective communication of program goals and expectations.
- Enhanced project visibility with regular status updates, leading to increased stakeholder engagement.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that supported budgetary constraints.
- Spearheaded innovative problem-solving techniques that addressed challenges head-on, resulting in effective resolution measures.
- Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
- Provided program management expertise in lean Six Sigma strategies and agile methods, practices and execution.
- Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports for clients.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team
- Improved program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving solutions
- Devised creative solutions to critical customer and user needs
Senior Project Manager, Real Estate West
VIA Rail Canada
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Managed budgets exceeding $1 million while effectively controlling costs through diligent financial oversight.
- Delivered high-quality results by fostering culture of accountability among team members and setting clear performance expectations.
- Championed innovative approaches when faced with complex problems or opportunities requiring non-traditional thinking.
- Optimized resource allocation by closely monitoring project progress and adjusting team assignments as needed.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for timely completion.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to meet objectives and boost rapport.
- Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Simon Fraser University
Vancouver, BC 09.1998 - 06.2002
Computer Aided Drafting And Design
BCIT
Burnaby, BCSkills
Training and mentoring
Certification
PMP - Project Management Professional
Timeline
Senior Manager, Projects
Bouygues Energies & Services
10.2022 - Current
Facilities Manager
Cologix
01.2020 - 09.2022
Program Manager (PMO) Contract Term
Terespan Networks
01.2019 - 01.2020
Senior Project Manager, Real Estate West
VIA Rail Canada
01.2016 - 01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Simon Fraser University
09.1998 - 06.2002
Computer Aided Drafting And Design
BCIT
PMP - Project Management Professional
CPM - Certified Professional Manager
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